Published By: Ishani Karmakar

Models Who Turned Bollywood Actresses

Walking the ramp is no joke – it takes a lot of confidence, style, and panache. And when you add acting skills to this list, it just makes these models-turned-actresses even more admirable.

Many people dismiss actresses who were previously models and consider them eye candies. They think these women don’t have much to offer other than a size zero figure! However, time and again this has been proved false as all these models turned out to be amazing actresses. Here’s a list of these amazing women who not only ruled Bollywood charts but also our hearts.

Aishwariya Rai Bacchan

This woman needs no introduction! Our very own ex-Miss World, Aishwarya Rai, is renowned the world over for her beautiful eyes. But she is not just someone with good looks. This stunning beauty has acted in several Bollywood movies and has done a fine job too! She also happens to have acted in Hollywood movies – she has fans all across the world.

Deepika Padukone

Deepika Padukone is one of those rare women who look stunning in any outfit, like really! She is gorgeous and has a beautiful body. But what makes her a Bollywood favourite is her natural acting skills. She too has worked on a few Hollywood projects.

Katrina Kaif

Katrina Kaif’s barbie doll looks make her extremely cute. She is a doll, and has a great body! Kaif has worked in some of the best hits for the industry. Her fans are simply obsessed with her!

Anushka Sharma

Anushka is a teen favourite. She has an amazing personality, and a beautiful face and body. She can look amazing in absolutely any attire. She is the definition of chic. Her acting skills are on point, and she carries herself really elegantly.

Priyanka Chopra

What can we say about our very own Priyanka Chopra? She is such a talent – not only a great looker and amazingly good actress but also a good singer. If you have ever felt models can’t act, go watch Barfi, one of her movies that captured all of our hearts.

Sushmita Sen

Sushmita Sen, the gorgeous ex-Miss Universe is the perfect blend of beauty and brains. She can light up the screen with her dazzling smile. Her powerful presence and choice of characters she plays make her one of the best actresses in Bollywood.

Zeenat Aman

Old is truly gold – Zeenat proved this saying true – and how! This beau woman made every other actress run for her money during her time. She was bold, beautiful and a great actress.